Surah has exceptional mechanical aptitude, despite her lack of formal training, and serves as a mechanic and tinkerer. Surah has the kind of relationship with mechanics and gadgets that a lot of men having with cars – or, for that matter, people having with beloved pets. She “talks” to whatever she is working on, and it “talks” back to her. She is deeply in tune with mechanical things, which is part of what makes her so competent. That, and she really knows her stuff.

Surah is about as nice as they come, and in some ways immature, but under the right circumstances, she shows intelligent insight. Metephorically, she wears her clockwork heart on her sleeve. One never has to wonder what Surah is thinking or feeling, be it hurt feelings, happiness, sorrow, or love. Though she is very good at making someone feel bad about saying something callus or unthinking, Surah would rather see the good in everyone rather than criticize. She brightens every room she enters just because she’s almost always wearing a smile.

Surah is described by her friends to be exceptionally sweet and energetic, the type who maintains a bright and positive attitude even when others are feeling low. Though some joke that her constant cheer and energy is annoying, her friends do cherish and respect her skill and attitude. Surah is a 'glass is half full' kind of gal. No matter what is going on around her, she's usually able to see the positive side of the situation.

There are times when people around her are talking above her head and she can be embarrassed by her lack of schooling. On the other hand, it is one of her charms. Don’t be fooled, however. She does know when she is being insulted.

Despite her mechanical aptitude which allows Surah to fix just about anything, she is a girly girl sometimes, and has a desire for girlish things. She loves lace and velvet, and pretty colors(purple and blue being her favorite).

Surah was born the second child, and only daughter to Marcellus and Amilia Alloway. Though her family was not wealthy, and lived in the Independent territory, both she and her brother, Nathan, had a happy childhood. Both children attended school, however Surah was not able to graduate, as the war between the government and the rebels broke out.

Shortly after her older brother joined the Independents, their mother became ill with pneumonia and died. Surah spent what would have been her last years in school helping her father with his spare parts business, and quickly learned through tinkering how to fix almost anything. Both she and her father eagerly awaited any news of the war, hoping that Nathan was alright. They did anything and everything they could to help the war effort. Years went by, the war raged on, and the Alliance had moved into their town.

Surah and her father had grown extremely close through these hardships. Though he tried to hide it from his daughter, Surah knew that her father was sick, though she didn't know it was Tetanus. Over the course of months his health deteriorated, and he passed away, leaving what little he owned to his daughter. Surah took it quite hard, but pressed on with the family business, and continued to help the war effort in any way she could.

Nearly six months later, Surah heard word that the war was over, and that the Alliance had won. She still hadn't heard word of her brother, and did not know if he was alive or dead. It wasn't until a few weeks later that he showed up, with his battle comrade, Rem. Surah was so overwhelmed with happiness she jumped onto her brother and latched onto him in a fierce hug.

Wanting to get as far away from the Alliance as possible, her brother decided to purchase an Air Ship. While Rem thought Nathan was hasty and spent too much money on the Air Ship, Surah shared her brothers enthusiasm. Surah took whatever parts the ship needed, and other gadgets and gizmos that she wanted from her Spare Parts shop, and then sold the rest. Using the money she made from selling the shop, she bought other parts the ship would need, and in a matter of weeks was able to get the ship up and running.

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Nathan Marcellus AllowayCatalyzer on the port compression coil blew. It's where the trouble started.
Surah's brother, and captain of the IAS Windrunner. He is the only family she has left, and she loves him a great deal.

“Rem” - Michael Silas RemingtonUh, sure... maybe the kiss was just a heat of the moment in the face of death kind of thing... I guess.
First Mate of the IAS Windrunner. Others think he's cold and stiff, but she thinks he's gallant. She secretly likes him.

Taiberius Bartholomew GrinesTaking on passengers is fun, they always have interesting stories.
A Mercenary for the IAS Windrunner. Surah knows under his crude manner, Tai is a good guy, and a great friend.

”Alex” - Alexandria Daphne CrawleySo cookin' is like tinkerin', I suppose. Gotta find the right pieces to make 'em work.
Cook of the IAS Windrunner, and Surah's best friend. Surah loves trying all the new concoctions she comes up with.

Ophelya Alinora HarloweOh don't worry, honey, Nate makes everybody cry. Just means you're a part of the crew.
The IAS Windrunner's medic. Surah looks at her like an older sister, and loves allowing Ophelya to dress her up.

Inventory McFly I'm really glad you're a part of our crew, Invo!
The IAS Windrunner's quartermaster. It was because of Surah that he became a crew member of the Windrunner.

Divon ZoraiI really enjoy doing yoga with you! It's so much fun!
A hired gun for the IAS Windrunner. Though Divon's a tough cookie, Surah has always been determined to be friends.